2006 Ford Escape vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escape | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 69 L |