1995 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1995 Nissan Pulsar and 1995 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Pulsar | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Pulsar | 406 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |