2005 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 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 4,805 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 960 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2008 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
