2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Escape 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Escape Sharan
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.8 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1752 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 70 L


 

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