2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 632 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Explorer | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |