2004 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 482 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 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Escape | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3700 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 | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
