2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 54 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |