1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 472 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 406 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
