2005 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (172 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
