2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
