2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 392 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (366 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Envoy | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |
