2006 Ford Escape vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine 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 120 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Dauphine 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. 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) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 845 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
