2004 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 909 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 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
