1999 Ford Escort vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 718 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
