2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
