2008 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Atos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 35 L |
