2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 658 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Blackhawk | Escape |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |