2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 66 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escape | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1403 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |