2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1545 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 307 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
