2009 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 404 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
