1995 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 716 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1995 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Westfield | Ford |
| Model | ZEI | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2619 mm |
