2010 Ford Edge vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Edge | 206 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
