2004 Nissan Altima vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 9 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Altima | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
