2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107.

Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 107 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Peugeot 107 2011 Nissan Frontier
Make Peugeot Nissan
Model 107 Frontier
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 16.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 5.5 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 80 L


 

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