1996 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | 996 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |