1997 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 294 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
