1996 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1996 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 807 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 807 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |