2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 612 and 2009 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ferrari 612 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 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 612 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
