1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 11 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), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 496 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 807 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
