1997 Buick Century vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 278 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Century | 407 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |