2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 706 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 206 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
