1995 Ford Escort vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1090 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 Rodius 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 Rodius 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 Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2008 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
