2005 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki X90. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 336 kg more than 1995 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | X90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
