2009 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Rover 400
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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
