2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-250 | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |