2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 231 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 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Traverse | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
