2006 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Escape | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
