1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (136 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1996 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 1996 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Scorpio | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
