Ford Escort vs. Ford Focus
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Escort and Ford Focus contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Escort and the Ford Focus.
When we compare the Ford Escort's and the Ford Focus's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escort has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Ford Escort and Ford Focus have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Escort's and the Ford Focus's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escort is a better car than the Ford Focus.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Ford Escort and the Ford Focus makes 110 horsepower. The Escort is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 384 miles. The Focus is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 403 miles.This gives the Ford Escort the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Focus the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$14,580
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$13,440
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact Cars)
$15,143
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact Cars)
$12,539 - $19,520
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
122,775
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$4,448
Price Range:
$1,700 - $6,138
Category Avg Price:
(Compact Cars)
$6,300
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact Cars)
$3,911 - $17,269
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
14
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
105,152
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Ford Escort Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Focus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Escort
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Focus
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
6.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact Cars)
1.2 - 20.8
Ford Escort Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Focus Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Escort Trim Levels
SE, ZX2
Ford Focus Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
125 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
110 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
125 foot-lbs @ 3750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
276 / 384 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 403 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2468 lbs
Width:
67 inches
Height:
53.3 inches
Length:
174.7 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2604 lbs
Width:
66.9 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
174.9 inches
Wheelbase:
103 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R14
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R14
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Bright Atlantic Blue Clearcoat Metallic / Twilight Blue Clearcoat Metallic
Gray
Dark Shadow Grey Clearcoat Metallic
Green
Grabber Green Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Bright Red Clearcoat / Toreador Red Metallic
Silver
Silver Frost Clearcoat Metallic
White
Oxford White Clearcoat
Gold
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Pitch Black Clearcoat
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Grabber Green Clearcoat Metallic
Red
Infra-Red Clearcoat
Silver
CD Silver Clearcoat Metallic
White
Cloud 9 White Clearcoat
Gold
Fort Knox Gold Clearcoat Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Medium Prairie Tan
Gray
Dark Charcoal
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Gray
Dark Charcoal / Medium Graphite
