1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Verona 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Suzuki Verona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Verona.
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 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2006 Suzuki Verona has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Suzuki Verona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Verona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2501 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
