2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 196 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i30. 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | i30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
