2002 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | 45 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
