2000 Peugeot 607 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 832 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 607 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 607 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
