2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
