2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2335 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Excursion | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 50 L |
