1997 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1997 Mazda MX-3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1997 Mazda MX-3.
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 Mazda MX-3 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
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1997 Mazda MX-3 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-3 | 406 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |