2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. 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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
