1956 Daimler DK vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 50 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, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DK | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
