1990 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
