1990 Dodge Spirit 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 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Spirit | Escape |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |