2004 Peugeot 406 vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406.
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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 406 | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 406 | Livina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
