2012 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 176 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Expedition | 406 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2651 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |
