2009 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze 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 21 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escape | Breeze |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 79 L |