2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Prix | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
