1995 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2012 Infiniti FX 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | FX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
