2006 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 1991 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Ford | Lincoln |
Model | Escape | Town Car |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4601 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |