2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 206 and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 111 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.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
Model | 206 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |