2006 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 560 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1997 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 656 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |
