2006 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Magna 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 86 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1990 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Magna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |