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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 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 255 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 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 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 | 1391 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |