1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, both 1995 Peugeot 406 and 1995 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1995 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 406 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
