1993 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 11 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), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 305 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 406 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
