2012 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. Both 2012 Volkswagen GTI and 2013 Ford Escape are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen GTI | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | GTI | Escape |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
