2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Micra | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
