2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 607 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |
