2001 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Regal | 206 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |