2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
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 Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Murano | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
