2009 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Holden Nova
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova 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 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Nova weights approximately 99 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1998 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
