2009 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 355 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 118 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
