1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Aerostar | 407 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |