2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 798 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
