1993 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Escape |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
