1999 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 9 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 876 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
