2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
