2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | 300 | 206 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |