2009 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
