2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.

Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. 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 (344 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Explorer 2005 Peugeot 407
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Explorer 407
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1749 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 163 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 66 L


 

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