1990 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 996 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |