2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Five Hundred | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |