1999 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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. Both 1999 Ford Escort and 2006 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1732 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.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
