1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 517 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
