1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 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. Both 1995 Ford Escort and 2005 Ford Fiesta are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 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 (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
