1998 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |