2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 264 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. 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 Pathfinder (288 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1961 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1961 Peugeot 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Pathfinder | 404 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |