2005 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 7 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 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (262 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Escape | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |