2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 368 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Freestar | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
