2006 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 159 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |