2005 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (206 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
