2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 935 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 607, 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 Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 607. 2003 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Patrol | 607 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4759 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 66 L |