2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | TL | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |