2002 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Steyr G-series. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Steyr G-series weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape.
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, 1993 Steyr G-series (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1993 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Escape | G-series |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
