1991 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2881 mm |
