2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Peugeot 1007
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Peugeot 1007 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 1007. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 552 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 1007. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 1007. 2006 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 1007 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 1007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
