2003 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 39 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
