1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 220 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 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | Tribute |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |