2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 171 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 Renault Avantime. 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 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Avantime |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1641 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |