2005 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
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 (206 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
