2001 Peugeot 406 vs. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim.
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, 2001 Peugeot 406 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 406 | 1992 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Peugeot | Plymouth |
| Model | 406 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
