2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 874 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 2003 Ferrari 612. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 612 | Escape |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |