1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Accent |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
