2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106. 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 106. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontier | 106 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
