1967 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 960 kg more than 1967 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 62 L |
