2011 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 5 would be higher. Both 2011 Ford Escape and 2010 Mazda 5 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Escape | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | 5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |