1998 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 467 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 206 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
