2003 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2003 Ford Escape and 2003 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape. 2003 Skoda Superb has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Skoda Superb will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escape | Superb |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
