2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 583 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
