1995 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | X90 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
