2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 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 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 422 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 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 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 | 6000 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 - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
