2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 607 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2007 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Maxima | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | 607 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
