1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Freelander |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |