1990 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 15 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 615 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
