2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2003 Peugeot 106

To start off, both 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 942 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1490 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.

Because 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 106, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 2003 Peugeot 106
Make Cadillac Peugeot
Model V Sixteen 106
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 13600 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 1001 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 1356 Nm 87 Nm
Engine Bore Size 105 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 69 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 5680 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2390 mm


 

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