1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
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1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | 3000GT | 406 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |