2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura ZDX weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Escape | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
