1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 10 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 307 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
