1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | 996 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
