1997 Holden Nova vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 609 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Nova | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Nova | 407 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
