2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fusion | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fusion | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
