2008 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 206 and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
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 Volkswagen Eos (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206. 2008 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 206 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
