2002 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 1007. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
