2006 Nissan Maxima vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Maxima and 2006 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (247 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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 Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2006 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Maxima | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
