1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 256 kg more than 1991 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Escape |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
