1999 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 634 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nautilus | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
