2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 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 Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |