1995 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 190 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.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Vitara |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |