2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (176 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Jetta | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |