2006 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 622 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escape | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
