2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2004 Ford Mustang and 2004 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 516 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 206, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206. 2004 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 206 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |