1995 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 446 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 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1645 mm |
