Tuesday, November 17, 2009

World's Best Cars of The Year Award 2000 - Winner - Peugeot 406 Coupe

Winner - Peugeot 406 Coupe

Description
The 406 coupé's refined and dignified looks lend it mini-Ferrari status; it's good to drive, residuals are reasonably high and it compares well against its nearest competitors, the Hyundai Coupé and Toyota Celica.

Performance
Four engines were offered, 2.0 is the entry-level unit, which is acceptable, but can be a bit noisy when pushed hard. 2.2 petrol gives a good mix between performance and economy. 3.0V6 is smooth, quick and refined, if a little thirsty. Some buyers may be surprised to find such an attractive car has a diesel option: a 2.2 HDi. It's punchy, refined and offers useful economy.

Specification
BodyType: 4/5S SALOON
Number of doors: 4

Dimension
Wheelbase: 2700 mm / 106.3 in
Track: Front 1500 mm / 59.1 in
Rear 1482 mm / 58.3 in
Length: 4598 mm / 181 in
Width: 1765 mm / 69.5 in
Height: 1404 mm / 55.3 in
Length wheelbase ratio: 1.7
Kerb weight: 1455 kg / 3208 lb
Fuel capacity: 70 litres / 15.4 UK Gal / 18.5 US Gal

Engine
Cylinders: V-6
Displacement: 2.9 litre, 2946 cc (179.776 cu in)
Type: Double overhead camshaft
Maximum power: (DIN) 196.7 PS (194.0 bhp) (144.7 kW) @ 5500 rpm
Specific output: 65.9 bhp/litre, 1.08 bhp/cu in
Maximum torque : (DIN) 267.0 Nm (197 ft·lb) (27.2 kgm) @ 4000 rpm
Bmep: 1138.9 kPa (165.2 psi)
Specific torque: 90.63 Nm/litre

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