2004 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
