1997 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Escort | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Tucson |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |