2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
