1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Escort (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
