1998 Nissan Stagea vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Stagea 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 Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Stagea | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Stagea | 407 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |