2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |