2009 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 246 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | Escape | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
