2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 207 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 106 L |
