2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida. 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiida | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
