1993 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 307 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
