1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 406 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
