2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 876 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 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 TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 107, 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 TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | TE-50 | 107 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
