2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2001 Peugeot 206

To start off, both 2001 Buick Blackhawk and 2001 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Buick Blackhawk 2001 Peugeot 206
Make Buick Peugeot
Model Blackhawk 206
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7458 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 458 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 705 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.5 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 69 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3230 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 50 L


 

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