2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 607. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 607. 2001 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 607 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
