2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 2003 Nissan 350Z and 2003 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 2003 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 106, 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan 350Z | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 350Z | 106 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
