1991 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 207 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
