2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 560 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 206 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
