1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
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, 2007 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Rio |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |