2009 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden UTE weights approximately 478 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 2002 Holden UTE. 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, 2002 Holden UTE (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2002 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
