2012 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2012 Ford Escape and 2012 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape.
Because 2012 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Escape | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | F-250 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |