2009 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 598 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | SVX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |