2005 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
