2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
