1992 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 7 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 5 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, 1992 Ford Escort (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 206 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
