2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Sentra and 2008 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 206. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206. 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
