2006 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escape | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
