2004 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1242 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
