2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
