2004 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Wrangler 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 96 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 198 kg more than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escape | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
