2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 442 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
