1992 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Prix | 406 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3127 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
