1991 Eagle Summit vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Escape |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
