1995 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 879 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Routan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
