2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2001 Ford Mustang and 2001 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 222 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 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 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Mustang 2001 Peugeot 307
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Mustang 307
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 193 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 82 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1412 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 60 L


 

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