1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1995 Ford Ranger and 1995 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Ranger | 406 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |