2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2005 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.

Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 2005 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford F-350 2005 Peugeot 407
Make Ford Peugeot
Model F-350 407
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 290 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.9:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1662 kg
Vehicle Length 5880 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3610 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 66 L


 

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