2006 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lotus Elan 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 37 more horse power than 1992 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 695 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan. 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 1992 Lotus Elan. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Escape | Elan |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |