2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 106 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Primera | 106 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
