2004 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 410 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 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Escape | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
