2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 206 and 2006 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius. 2006 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
