1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 407 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |