2005 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 271 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 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Patriot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |