1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 2002 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Breeze | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Plymouth | Peugeot |
Model | Breeze | 406 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |