2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2007 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Blackhawk | Escape |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |