1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Escape |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
