2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 845 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Five Hundred | 309 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
