2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 470 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2012 Buick Verano 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. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | 206 | Verano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
