1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 247 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 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | GTI |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
