2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Holden Zafira
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Holden Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira. 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 2005 Holden Zafira. 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 (206 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2005 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escape | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |