2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 188 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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |
