1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
