2002 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Commodore. 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
