2003 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape.
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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Escape | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1542 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |