1956 Daimler DK vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Daimler DK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DK | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
