1991 Ford Orion vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 407 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
