2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus X weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107. 2009 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 107 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus X | 107 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
