2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Freestar | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
