2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Maxima | 807 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
