2003 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 9 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
