2005 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 888 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort. 2012 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
