2005 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escape | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
