2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 66 L |
