1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 828 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.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
