2005 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
