2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 307 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 307. 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 307 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
