2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 818 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Escape (272 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
