2005 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 205 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |