2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 908 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | LaCrosse | 206 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |