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Road Test: 2005 Ford Escape XLT Sport 4WD vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 4WD GLS vs. 2004 Saturn VUE AWD Red Line vs. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox AWD LT
Our Take 2005 Ford Escape... Our Take
2005 Ford Escape XLT Sport 4WD | What's Hot
• Eager off-road skills
• Refreshed appearance
• Flat cargo floor | What's Not
• Coarse engine noise
• Dull styling
• Middling acceleration | Don't Miss
Friendly handling | Bottom Line
The conservative, straightforward alternative |
Our Take 2004 Saturn VUE... Our Take
2004 Saturn VUE AWD Red Line | What's Hot
• Hot Honda V-6
• Sport-sedanlike handling
• Nice looker | What's Not
• Harsh ride
• Limited off-roadability
• Low-end interior materials | Don't Miss
Engine note at 6000 rpm | Bottom Line
Not for everyone; ideal for a few |
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