2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 66 L |
