2004 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2007 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
