1998 Peugeot 406 vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 406 | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 406 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
