2007 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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 Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Primera | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
