2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 406. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escape | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |