2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger.
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, 2008 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 408 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
