2009 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Xedos 6. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Escape | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
