1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 108 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Accent |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
