2006 Ford Escape vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Alto 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 162 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 634 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Alto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |
