1995 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2009 Land Rover LR2 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. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | LR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |