2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Hardbody and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Hardbody | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |