2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307. 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 Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
