2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307, 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 60 L |
