1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 792 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106. 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 Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Park Avenue | 106 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
