2005 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 383 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 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 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | Accent |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 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 | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4369 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |