2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 407 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
