1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 457 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |