1991 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 648 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
