1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Fairlane 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 1993 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607, 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fairlane | 607 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
