1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 170 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 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo 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 Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
