2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 148 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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, 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
