1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Thunderbird | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
