2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 206 and 2006 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 206 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
