1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 14 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 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 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Park Avenue | 407 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |