1992 Buick Regal 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 Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal. 1992 Buick Regal 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 Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Regal | 407 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |