2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Altima | 206 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
