2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
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 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 807 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 807. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X will offer significantly more control. 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 X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807. 2009 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 807 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 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus X | 807 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
