2002 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Swift. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Swift |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
