2005 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 391 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura EL. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Escape | EL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
