1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 695 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Korando |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1785 kg |
