1996 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 78 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
