1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato 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. Both 1995 Ford Escort and 2006 Kia Cerato are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 48 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 Kia Cerato (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
