2003 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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 2005 Kia Rio. 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 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
