2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Maxima | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | 807 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
