1995 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus GS | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | GS | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |
