2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Ford C-Max.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 407 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2788 mm |
