2000 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2000 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 2010 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Xterra | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
