2002 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (72 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 558 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206. 2002 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Regal | 206 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |