2005 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 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 | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
