2004 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
