2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 206 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 206 | Solara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |