2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |