1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LeSabre | 406 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
