2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus X | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
