2006 Nissan Altima vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Altima | 806 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
