1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
