2006 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti M | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Peugeot |
| Model | M | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
