2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,423 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3423 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
