1999 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 398 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.
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1999 Ford Escort | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2604 mm |