2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. 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 111 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 216 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |