2006 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Toyota Previa. 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 Toyota Previa. 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2438 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
