2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 965 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Explorer | 206 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |