2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-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 F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 106, 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-250 | 106 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |
