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Ford Escort VII (GAL,AAL,ABL) 1.3 i (60 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Escort:
The Ford Escort is a small family car that was manufactured by Ford of Europe from 1968 until 2004. In total, the six generations were spread across three basic platforms: the original, rear-wheel-drive Mk. 1/Mk. 2 , the "Erika" front-wheel-drive Mk. 3/Mk. 4 , and the final CE-14 Mk. 5/Mk. 6 version. Its successor, the Ford Focus, was released in 1998, but the final generation of Escort was phased out gradually, with the panel van version ending production in 2002 in favour of the Ford Transit Connect....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VII (GAL,AAL,ABL) Overview:
Ford Escort (VII (GAL,AAL,ABL)). With 103 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1030 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.1 s). The top speed reaches 154 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 i (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very basic performance, struggling with acceleration and highway speeds, best suited for urban environments.
Fuel Economy
Modest fuel economy, but its low power means it often has to work harder, impacting real-world efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable to buy and maintain (especially base models)
- • Wide range of engine options, including economical diesels
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Simple, robust mechanicals
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Interior quality and design are basic
- • Some petrol engines can be thirsty for their performance
- • Ride comfort can be firm on poor roads
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI (GAL): 1994 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | VII (GAL,AAL,ABL) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 i (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 103 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J4B, J6A More details about the engine J4B, J6A |
| Engine displacement: | 1299 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 154 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.2 kg/Hp, 58.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10 kg/Nm, 100 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1030 |
| Max. weight: | 1540 |
| Max load: | 510 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 625 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 250 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4293 mm mm |
| Width: | 1700 mm mm |
| Height: | 1394 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2525 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1462 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 T |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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