1996 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 388 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 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Kuga |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |