2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 206 and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 271 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.
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 Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |