1999 Nissan Sunny vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 607 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2001 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny. 2001 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sunny | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunny | 607 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
