2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 207 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
