2006 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
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 Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 635 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. 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 Saturn Sports Coupe. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escape | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1901 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
