2012 Ford F-450 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2012 Ford F-450 and 2012 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP) has 256 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 845 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-450 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | F-450 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 1085 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 2710 mm |
