2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4007 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
