1999 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2011 Nissan Tiida is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 24 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406. 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 406 | 2011 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 406 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
