1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Yaris |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |