2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (106 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | X-Trail | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1499 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
