2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Mazda 2 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 (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (265 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
