2006 Ford Escape vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1961 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 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escape | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1475 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 | 72 L |
