2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer

To start off, both 2007 Nissan Altima and 2007 Peugeot Boxer were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.

Because 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 2007 Peugeot Boxer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 2007 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot Boxer has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot Boxer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Altima 2007 Peugeot Boxer
Make Nissan Peugeot
Model Altima Boxer
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Panel Van
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2499 cc 2800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 80 L


 

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