2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Almera | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
