2009 Ford Escape vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 403 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
