2005 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
