1998 Fiat Coupe 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 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Coupe 2006 Ford Escape
Make Fiat Ford
Model Coupe Escape
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 62 L