2006 Ford Escape vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 52 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 403 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
