2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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 Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Transit Connect | 607 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |