2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | E-350 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
