1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 57 kg more 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 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
