2006 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema 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 84 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema. 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 1993 Lancia Thema. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Thema. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Thema |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
