1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Avenger and 1997 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
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 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Avenger | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Avenger | 406 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |