2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2012 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Sentra | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 607 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
