2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406. 2002 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-350 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| 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 | 301 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |
