2005 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 546 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
