1999 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, both 1999 Ford Escort and 1999 Toyota Vitz were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Escort weights approximately 164 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. 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, 1999 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Vitz |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |