2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 354 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406.
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 Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Galaxy | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
