2006 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 Porsche 928. 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 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
