2006 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 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 88 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4. 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 1994 Morgan 4. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escape | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
