2012 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Pathfinder and 2012 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Pathfinder | 408 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1829 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
