1999 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, both 1999 Oldsmobile SS and 1999 Peugeot 806 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 806.
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 SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 806. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 806. 1999 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile SS | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | SS | 806 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
