2006 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escape | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
