2009 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 779 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.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2001 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
