2006 Ford Escape vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |