1998 Nissan President vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408, 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan President | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | President | 408 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |