2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escape | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
