2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 10 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 765 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Rexton | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
