2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus 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 153 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 408 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
