2005 Buick Century vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Century | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Century | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
