1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 22 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.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | RunX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
