2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406, 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | E-350 | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |