2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
