2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Exeo. 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 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escape | Exeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
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 Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2642 mm |