2005 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F-150 (495 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |