2005 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
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 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escort | 607 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
