1991 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Escort | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Defender |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |