2003 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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, 2010 Peugeot 408, 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 2003 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 408 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |