2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Altima | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Altima | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2735 mm |
