2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307, 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | E-250 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
