2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-7 | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | CX-7 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
