1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 128 kg more than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1991 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Ferrari Mondial | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Mondial | Escape |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |