2007 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 985 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Escape | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 33 L |
