2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 114 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 605. 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LaCrosse | 605 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
