1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 580 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 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
