1997 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Feroza | Escape |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
