1995 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Almera | 307 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
