2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
