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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 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 3 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 115 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+. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 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 | 62 L | 41 L |
