1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1721 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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |