1992 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 806 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
