2005 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escort and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escort | 206 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |