2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 614 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |