2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1991 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1991 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Five Hundred | 205 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
