1995 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 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 21 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2002 Suzuki Grand 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, 2002 Suzuki Grand 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, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| 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 | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
