1996 Peugeot 406 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 406. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 102 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Peugeot 406 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
Model | 406 | Juke |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |