1994 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |