2000 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 406 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
