2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Holden Rodeo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Rodeo. 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 (250 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3060 mm |
