2004 Ford Escape vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 293 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | 944 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
