1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 505 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Park Avenue | 306 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |