2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-250 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
