2005 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |