2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 98 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. 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 2004 Peugeot 206. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
