2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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 Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | 406 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
