2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Peugeot 406 (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Transit Connect | 406 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |