2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Altima and 2007 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 2007 Peugeot 207 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 207 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Altima | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
