1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 182 kg more than 2011 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Escape |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2619 mm |