1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (210 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 53 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Because 1990 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
