2006 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 121 kg more than 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche.
Because 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Escape | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6750 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
