2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
