2006 Peugeot 607 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (205 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 607 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 607 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
