1999 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 514 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escort | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
