2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 348 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2009 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 206 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
