2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 307 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 85 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307. 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 2004 Peugeot 307. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 307 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 | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Five Hundred | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
