2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. 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 140 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
