1993 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Escort | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
