1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 8 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2003 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Escort | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
