2006 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2006 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
