2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 748 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Rendezvous | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
