2005 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 275 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, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |