2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607, 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 Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 607 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
