2009 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Tata Estate

To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tata Estate would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1991 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1991 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 668 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.

Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tata Estate. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1991 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1991 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Ford Escape 1991 Tata Estate
Make Ford Tata
Model Escape Estate
Year Released 2009 1991
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 67 HP
Torque 232 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 972 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2830 mm