1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Intrepid | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
