2005 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 3 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escape | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |