2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 508 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 508 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 | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Five Hundred | 508 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 161 HP |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
