2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
Model | 206 | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |