2007 Nissan Tiida vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Tiida | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiida | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
