1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Sapphire | Escape |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
