1993 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 306 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306.
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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 306 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
