2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maybach 57. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Escape | 57 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |
