2004 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 702 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2300 mm |
