2004 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 513 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Cruze | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2619 mm |
