1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Magentis (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster 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 Kia Magentis (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis 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 Magentis | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
