2002 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 848 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. 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 2010 Dodge Ram. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escape | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
