1994 Ford Escort vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 720 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Korando |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1785 kg |
