2008 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |