2010 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Peugeot 206

To start off, both 2010 Mazda 2 and 2010 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Mazda 2 2010 Peugeot 206
Make Mazda Peugeot
Model 2 206
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1347 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 172 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.3 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 955 kg 1227 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 47 L


 

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