1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 141 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 406 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
