2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Micra (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Micra | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
