2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 607 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 (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Xterra | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
