1995 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1720 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |