1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
