2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 725 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Freestyle | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
