2003 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106. 2003 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Regal | 106 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |