2005 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 657 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 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 (206 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2001 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
