2004 Peugeot 206 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 206 and 2004 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 696 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 206 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 206 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
