2009 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Escape | 206 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
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 | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |