2006 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 594 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Escape | Haflinger |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1510 mm |