2000 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 207 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
