1994 Nissan President vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 414 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan President 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 1994 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan President | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | President | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
