1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
