1998 Peugeot Escapade vs. 2010 Ford Taurus

To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot Escapade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Escapade would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (205 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot Escapade has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot Escapade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Peugeot Escapade 2010 Ford Taurus
Make Peugeot Ford
Model Escapade Taurus
Year Released 1998 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1399 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 75 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 474 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1981 kg
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2868 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 72 L


 

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