2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1736 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-250 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1767 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
