2009 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
