2000 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (408 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
