2004 Ford Escape vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Escape | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
