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 20 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |