2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1110 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 206 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 206 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |