2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-150 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
