2006 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 161 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escape | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |