2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 365 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
