2005 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
