1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
