2009 Ford Escape vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Escape | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
