2009 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 1996 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
