2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 337 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1193 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
