2009 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
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 Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Ford Escape (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |
