2012 Ford Expedition vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Expedition | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Expedition | 406 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2651 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2710 mm |