1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1995 Dodge Avenger and 1995 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger. 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 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger. 1995 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Avenger | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Avenger | 406 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |