1995 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Camry weights approximately 270 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, 2002 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Camry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
