2004 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2613 mm |
