2005 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 1996 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escape | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
