2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2550 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 626 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Excursion | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 50 L |
