2004 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 766 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 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
