2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |