2006 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 631 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
