1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Roadmaster | 607 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |