2005 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 257 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (262 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
