2005 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
