2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 4 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 38 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 206 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
