2006 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
