2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Xterra | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Xterra | 403 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |