1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
