2007 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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, 2007 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fusion | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
