2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |