2009 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escape | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
