2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 206 and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 206 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |