1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
