2004 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 372 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 84 L |