2009 Ford Flex vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Flex | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
