2005 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 56 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
