1995 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 308 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | SX4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1605 mm |