1995 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | Liana |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |