1995 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 13 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, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Carens |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |