1996 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 127 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 (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
