2005 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Tocsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort.
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, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa (237 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2009 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Escort | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
