2003 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 126 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Escape | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escape | Cayman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2415 mm |