2009 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 134 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 117 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 117 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 | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Escape | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
