2009 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL 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 28 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SL weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SL. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escape | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
