2006 Ford Escape vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F 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 124 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 Toyota Model F. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Model F |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
