2006 Ford Escape vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 395 kg more than 1956 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jensen 541. 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escape | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
