2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
