2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 206 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |
