1993 Ford Royale vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 1993 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Royale | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Royale | Escape |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
