2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Altima | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
