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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 1995 Ford Escort (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.

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 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm


 

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