1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 163 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.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |