2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Armada | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
