2005 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 50 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 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escape | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
