1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Escape |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
