2002 Ford Escape vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 360 kg more than 1945 Jeep CJ2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escape | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1945 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
