2009 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
