2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,400 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 164 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2001 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406. 2001 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-250 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
