1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Polo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |