2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 391 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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 X (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus X | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
