2006 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Because 1993 Ferrari 456 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Escape | 456 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5474 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 110 L |
