1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1473 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DE 36 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2630 mm |
