2008 Ford Escape vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
