1999 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 332 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2789 mm |
