1995 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 369 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2616 mm |
