2006 Ford Escape vs. 1954 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1954 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1954 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 770 kg more than 1954 Renault Juva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Renault Juva 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 1954 Renault Juva. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Renault Juva. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Renault Juva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1954 Renault Juva | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Juva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |