1995 Ford Escort vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 716 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
