1995 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 2 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
