2005 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Lexus ES
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus ES (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Lexus ES.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus ES. 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 Lexus ES (336 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2012 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escape | ES |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
