1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2005 Peugeot 607

To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 607.

Because 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 607. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 607.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 2005 Peugeot 607
Make Oldsmobile Peugeot
Model Custom Cruiser 607
Year Released 1993 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2790 mm


 

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