2005 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 313 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
