2002 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
