2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.

Because 2010 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Peugeot 407 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Peugeot Nissan
Model 407 Frontier
Year Released 2007 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3954 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1687 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 80 L


 

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