2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
