2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 252 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |