1995 Nissan Almera vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. Both 1995 Nissan Almera and 1997 Peugeot 605 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera.
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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera. 1997 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Almera | 605 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |
