2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
