1995 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 14 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |