2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Crosswagon | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
