2006 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escape | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |