1997 Buick Century vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Century | 406 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
