1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. Both 1990 Buick Skylark and 2006 Ford Escape are equipped with a 2,259 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Escape |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |