2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
