2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008. 2002 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 5008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2735 mm |
