2005 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 3 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (225 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge AVENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escape | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2064 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2765 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
