2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Expedition | 408 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
