1990 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Escort | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
