2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 346 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 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |