2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Peugeot 407

To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. 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 2008 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Peugeot 407.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Escape 2008 Peugeot 407
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Escape 407
Year Released 2006 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 1997 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 66 L


 

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