2006 Ford Escape vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
