2010 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-150 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2810 mm |
