2013 Ford E-Series vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2013 Ford E-Series and 2013 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ford E-Series | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-Series | Escape |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.38:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2611 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2085 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 150 L | 57 L |
