2000 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 408 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
