2006 Ford Escape vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 420 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Fregate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
