2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 206 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |