2003 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 Ford Falcon 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 2003 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Falcon | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Falcon | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |