2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 307 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 136 L |
