1993 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 12 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 468 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort.
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, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Ignis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |