2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Xterra and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Xterra | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
