1995 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 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, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |