2004 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 447 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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | RPM 7000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |