2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Quest | 408 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
