2005 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. 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 1995 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escape | Voyager |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |