1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Cutlass | 106 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
