2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | E-150 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
