2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |