1999 Ford Escort vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 899 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
