2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1358 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |