1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 404 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 R | 206 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
