2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Kia Towner
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Towner would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 294 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Towner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1820 mm |
