2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Versa | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
