2009 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Lada Samara

To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 102 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lada Samara. 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Samara 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Escape 1995 Lada Samara
Make Ford Lada
Model Escape Samara
Year Released 2009 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1287 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 6550 RPM 5550 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1022 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2470 mm


 

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