2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape. 2005 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Altis | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
