1996 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escort | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |