1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 546 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |