2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Profile
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Profile. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Profile would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile (206 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Profile weights approximately 594 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile (353 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Profile will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Oldsmobile Profile | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | Profile |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 206 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
