2003 Buick Century vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2003 Buick Century is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Buick Century.
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, 2003 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806. 2003 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Century | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Century | 806 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
