1999 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 408 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
