1992 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 14 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 561 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
