1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 407 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
