2006 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 425 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
