2004 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 583 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Accent |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
