2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 682 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 (262 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Alto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |