1998 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
