2009 Ford Escape vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Humber Pullman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Escape | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
