2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada 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 (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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 (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 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 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Armada | 408 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 313 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
