2002 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. 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 1997 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
