2004 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 632 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
