2009 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 142 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. 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 Suzuki Lapin. 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 (302 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
