1995 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Escort | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1814 mm |