1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 8 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 607 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
