2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 406 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
