2005 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 5 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 (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 705 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (265 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Spark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
